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Current Affairs in English 04 October 2025 (MCQs)
1. In which year was Pandit Chhannulal Mishra awarded the Padma Vibhushan?
A) 2010
B) 2020
C) 2025
D) 2018
Answer: Pandit Chhannulal Mishra was awarded the Padma Vibhushan in 2020 for his outstanding contribution to Hindustani classical music. He had earlier received the Padma Bhushan in 2010.
2. Which ministry launched the ‘Adarsh Yuva Gram Sabha Initiative’ to raise Panchayati Raj awareness among school students?
A) Ministry of Education
B) Ministry of Tribal Affairs
C) Ministry of Panchayati Raj
D) Ministry of Rural Development
Answer: The Ministry of Panchayati Raj launched the Adarsh Yuva Gram Sabha Initiative to sensitise students on local governance, civic duties and Panchayati Raj institutions. The program began rollout in October 2025.
3. Which cricketer broke David Malan’s ICC Men’s T20 batting ranking record with 931 rating points?
A) Varun Chakravarthy
B) Same Ayub
C) Hardik Pandya
D) Abhishek Sharma
Answer: Abhishek Sharma reached 931 rating points, surpassing David Malan’s previous record in ICC Men’s T20 batting rankings. This surge followed his consistent high-impact performances in recent T20 fixtures.
4. Who topped the ICC Men’s T20 all-rounder rankings, overtaking Hardik Pandya?
A) Abhishek Sharma
B) Varun Chakravarthy
C) Same Ayub
D) Shadab Khan
Answer: Same Ayub (Pakistan) climbed to the top of ICC Men’s T20 all-rounder rankings, following strong bowling and useful lower-order hitting in the latest T20 series.
5. What is the target pulses production under India’s Pulses Self-Reliance Mission by 2030–31?
A) 242 lakh tonnes
B) 11,440 lakh tonnes
C) 350 lakh tonnes
D) 200 lakh tonnes
Answer: The mission aims to increase pulses production to 350 lakh tonnes by 2030–31 from current levels (~242 lakh tonnes). The plan includes MSP support, improved seeds and crop diversification.
6. Who has been appointed MD & CEO of Central Bank of India?
A) Ashish Pandey
B) Kalyan Kumar
C) Virendra Vats
D) Gaurav Banerjee
Answer: Kalyan Kumar has been appointed MD & CEO of Central Bank of India for a three-year term. The appointment is part of the bank’s leadership renewal to strengthen governance.
7. Where was the World Weightlifting Championship 2025 held?
A) Paris, France
B) Guntur, India
C) Forde, Norway
D) Dubai, UAE
Answer: The World Weightlifting Championship 2025 was held in Forde, Norway, attracting top lifters worldwide and serving as a qualifier for forthcoming multi-sport events.
8. What does IMAP stand for (space mission)?
A) India Mapping and Acceleration Probe
B) Interstellar Mapping and Exploration Probe
C) Intelligent Mapping and Analysis Platform
D) Integrated Monitoring and Excellence Program
Answer: IMAP stands for Interstellar Mapping and Exploration Probe, a mission focused on mapping solar wind interactions and energetic particles near Earth.
9. According to NCRB 2023 data (reported), how many farmer suicides were recorded?
A) 1,73,826
B) 10,786
C) 13,978
D) 644
Answer: NCRB reported 10,786 farmer suicides for the reference year, with Maharashtra among the states reporting higher numbers; this figure underscores rural distress concerns.
10. Where was the ISSA (International Social Security Association) award 2025 presented to India?
A) New Delhi
B) Dubai
C) Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
D) Brussels
Answer: India received the ISSA Award 2025 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, recognising improvements in social security system coverage and reforms.
11. UPSC’s establishment in October 1926 was based on the recommendation of which commission?
A) Hunter Commission
B) Lee Commission
C) Simon Commission
D) Mudaliar Commission
Answer: The Lee Commission recommended setting up the UPSC, which was established on 1 October 1926 to advise on civil service recruitment and standards.
12. Which pulses are covered under the government’s price support procurement for the Pulses Mission?
A) Chickpea, Pea, Rajma
B) Toor, Urad, Masoor
C) Moong, Chana, Arhar
D) Lobia, Masoor, Peas
Answer: The price support scheme ensures procurement of Toor, Urad and Masoor, guaranteeing minimum prices to farmers and stabilising the pulses market.
13. AVAS (Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System) is mandatory primarily for which vehicles?
A) Diesel vehicles
B) Hybrid and Electric vehicles
C) Two-wheelers
D) CNG vehicles
Answer: AVAS is mandatory for hybrid and electric vehicles to emit audible cues at low speeds so pedestrians and vulnerable road users can detect them.
14. Which body launched the SARAL tool to simplify scientific research papers?
A) IIT Madras
B) CSIR
C) Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF)
D) DRDO
Answer: ANRF launched SARAL, an AI-driven tool that produces plain-language summaries of complex scientific papers for wider accessibility.
15. Which Indian state launched the ‘Spice Route’ initiative connecting ancient ports and heritage sites?
A) Andhra Pradesh
B) Tamil Nadu
C) Kerala
D) Karnataka
Answer: Kerala launched the Spice Route initiative to promote heritage tourism by linking historic spice ports and cultural trails across the state.
16. When and where was RSS founded by Keshav Baliram Hedgewar?
A) 1947, Delhi
B) 1925, Nagpur
C) 1925, Pune
D) 1948, Nagpur
Answer: RSS was founded in 1925 at Nagpur by K. B. Hedgewar as a volunteer organisation focused on social and cultural activities.
17. How much will DBT contribute in Phase-III of the Biomedical Research Career Programme?
A) ₹500 crore
B) ₹1,500 crore
C) ₹1,000 crore
D) ₹2,031 crore
Answer: DBT will contribute ₹1,000 crore to Phase-III, complemented by a ₹500 crore contribution from the Wellcome Trust to boost biomedical research careers.
18. Where will the IMAP mission be positioned in space?
A) Earth–Sun L2
B) Earth–Sun L1
C) Earth–Sun L4
D) Earth–Sun L5
Answer: The IMAP mission will be positioned at the Earth–Sun L1 Lagrange point, optimal for continuous solar wind and particle observations.
19. What was the theme of the 11th World Green Economy Summit?
A) Tackling Climate Change
B) Trade in Green Economy
C) Accelerating the Future of Green Economy through Innovation for Impact
D) Global Alliance for Water Technology
Answer: The Summit’s theme was “Accelerating the Future of Green Economy through Innovation for Impact”, emphasising innovation-led green growth.
20. According to NCRB 2023, how many deaths occurred due to natural disasters?
A) 1.73 lakh
B) 10,786
C) 13,978
D) 644
Answer: NCRB data recorded 644 deaths from natural disasters (floods, lightning, heat/cold waves) in the period under review.
21. What is the primary objective of the Adarsh Yuva Gram Sabha Initiative?
A) Promote rural sports
B) Make rural students aware of local governance & social justice
C) Train farmers in digital agriculture
D) Expand tribal healthcare
Answer: The initiative aims to educate rural students on local governance, civic duties and social justice, fostering future responsible citizens.
22. For how many years was India elected President of IIAS (International Institute of Administrative Sciences)?
A) 2 years
B) 3 years
C) 4 years
D) 5 years
Answer: India was elected President of IIAS for three years (term beginning June 2025), reflecting administrative cooperation leadership.
23. How many districts in Maharashtra are included under the PM DhanDhan Agricultural Scheme?
A) 8
B) 9
C) 10
D) 12
Answer: 9 districts in Maharashtra were selected under the PM DhanDhan Agricultural Scheme to accelerate productivity and value chains.
24. Which best describes a stablecoin?
A) A type of fiat currency
B) A crypto asset designed to maintain stable value
C) A government digital currency
D) A commodity-backed asset like gold
Answer: A stablecoin is a crypto asset pegged to stable assets (e.g., USD) to minimize volatility and facilitate digital payments.
25. What is the purpose of the SARAL tool by ANRF?
A) Agricultural data analysis
B) Simplifying scientific research papers
C) Managing space missions
D) Conducting online tests
Answer: SARAL simplifies complex scientific research into plain-language summaries, improving accessibility for students and policymakers.
26. What is the motto of the National Cadet Corps (NCC)?
A) Service and Security
B) Discipline and Devotion
C) Unity and Discipline
D) Knowledge and Strength
Answer: The NCC motto is “Unity and Discipline”, promoting cohesion, leadership and patriotic values among cadets.
27. Where is the NCC headquarters located?
A) Mumbai
B) Nagpur
C) New Delhi
D) Kolkata
Answer: The NCC headquarters is located in New Delhi, coordinating cadet training and institutional policies nationally.
28. Which state received the Global Tourism Award 2025?
A) Kerala
B) Tamil Nadu
C) Andhra Pradesh
D) Karnataka
Answer: Andhra Pradesh was honoured with the Global Tourism Award 2025 for heritage promotion and infrastructure improvements in tourism.
29. Which Indian Navy ship (or asset) was sent on a hydrographic survey mission to Mauritius?
A) Sri Lanka
B) Maldives
C) Mauritius
D) Madagascar
Answer: INS Satluj was dispatched for the 18th joint hydrographic survey mission to Mauritius, strengthening maritime cooperation.
30. On UPSC’s centenary (1 October 2025) celebrations, who chaired the Commission and inaugurated events?
A) Chair of Lee Commission
B) Dr Ajay Kumar Singh
C) S. Janaki Raman
D) Shri S. Chandramouli Murmu
Answer: Dr Ajay Kumar Singh, as UPSC Chair, chaired centenary events on 1 October 2025, unveiling the new centenary logo and programmes.
